Weekly Updates - June 2025
To help you catch up with another busy week in AI + Education news, check out our weekly updates:
Understanding the Impacts of Generative AI on Children - Turing Institute
The Turing Institute’s research reveals that 22% of 8- to 12-year-olds surveyed have interacted directly with GenAI chatbots, such as ChatGPT and Gemini. Their research also showed that children often struggle to distinguish between real and AI-generated content. Recommendations include AI literacy training for children and teachers, child-centered design, and mitigation strategies for key ethical concerns such as bias and climate impact. Read more.
Generative AI in Education - UK Department for Education
The UK’s policy on generative AI emphasizes structured implementation through teacher training and pilot programs. The policy emphasizes the importance of preparation and support in integrating AI meaningfully into schools. Read more.
The Meta AI App is a Privacy Disaster - TechCrunch
Meta’s new AI app defaults to making user chats publicly viewable, potentially leading to the accidental disclosure of sensitive personal data. The safety concern is critical since students and educators risk exposure through poor interface design and misleading terms of service. Read more.
Chinese Tech Firms Freeze AI Tools During Exams - The Guardian
China’s temporary suspension of AI tools during exams aimed to prevent cheating. This move underscores global concerns of GenAI being misused by students and academic integrity. It also highlights the limitations of current assessments in the era of AI and underscores the need to rethink test design. Read more.
OpenAI Partners with Mattel to Integrate GenAI into Toys - OpenAI
Mattel is partnering with OpenAI to design AI-powered toys, raising concerns about children's data privacy and the risks of embedding GenAI in play environments. Without clear safeguards, the integration could expose young users to inappropriate content or unmonitored data collection. Read more.
